Highlights:

  • Conventional hybrids are the most-driven drivetrain, averaging 14,696 miles a year and surpassing gas vehicles by 10.3%
  • The Chrysler Pacifica is the most-driven gas vehicle at 20,872 miles a year, nearly 10 times the annual mileage of the Ford Mustang, the least-driven gas vehicle
  • EVs are driven 10.8% fewer miles than gas vehicles, while plug-in hybrids are driven 12.5% fewer miles
  • The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y both exceed the average annual mileage for gas vehicles, making Tesla the only EV brand to accomplish this
  • Five of the 10 most-driven hybrids are Toyotas, including the Toyota Sienna, Highlander Hybrid, and Camry Hybrid in the top three positions
  • Performance and luxury models rank among the least-driven gas and electric vehicles, including the Ford Mustang, Porsche 911, Audi RS e-tron GT, and Lucid Air 
Conventional hybrids are the most heavily driven vehicles on the road, averaging 14,696 miles a year. That is 10.3% more mileage than gas vehicles and 23.7% more than EVs. 

iSeeCars analyzed the odometer readings from over 2.1 million 3-year-old cars sold in 2025 to calculate the average annual miles driven by drivetrain and model. Practical family vehicles consistently rank among the most-driven models, including minivans, large SUVs, and mainstream sedans, while luxury and performance models are typically driven less. 

“Gasoline models still make up the majority of vehicles in the U.S., but these rankings suggest consumers who drive a lot have embraced the higher fuel efficiency of hybrids,” said iSeeCars Executive Analyst Karl Brauer.

Conventional hybrids are driven the most

Conventional hybrids average 14,696 miles a year, the highest figure among the four drivetrain categories. They are driven 10.3% more than gas vehicles, which average 13,323 miles annually, and 23.7% more than EVs. This suggests many hybrid buyers are using their vehicles for frequent, everyday transportation while benefiting from reduced fuel consumption. It also shows that high-mileage drivers are not necessarily defaulting to conventional gas vehicles. 
Annual Mileage by Drivetrain for 3-Year-Old Vehicles - iSeeCars Study
Drivetrain Avg. Miles Driven Per Year Compared to Gas Vehicles
Gas Vehicles 13,323 --
Hybrids 14,696 10.3%
Plug-In Hybrids 11,660 -12.5%
EVs 11,880 -10.8%
“Hybrids being driven more than gasoline models shows how far the technology has advanced, while electric vehicles outpacing plug-in hybrids suggests PHEV owners are primarily using them for local commuting,” said iSeeCars Executive Analyst Karl Brauer.

Family vehicles dominate the most-driven gas models

The most-driven gas vehicles are overwhelmingly built for transporting families, passengers, and cargo. The Chrysler Pacifica leads the category at 20,872 miles per year, 56.7% above the gas-vehicle average, followed closely by the Chrysler Voyager at 20,549 miles. 

Large SUVs also fill much of the list, including the Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon XL, Nissan Armada, Toyota Sequoia, and Ford Expedition MAX. The pattern suggests vehicle function and household needs have a major influence on annual mileage.

Top 10 Most-Driven Gas Vehicles - iSeeCars Study
Rank Model Avg. Miles Driven Per Year % Compared to Average
1 Chrysler Pacifica 20,872 56.7%
2 Chrysler Voyager 20,549 54.2%
3 Chevrolet Suburban 19,626 47.3%
4 Kia Carnival 18,884 41.7%
5 Chevrolet Malibu 18,857 41.5%
6 GMC Yukon XL 18,734 40.6%
7 Nissan Armada 18,098 35.8%
8 Toyota Sequoia 17,856 34.0%
9 Ford Expedition MAX 17,299 29.8%
10 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited 17,069 28.1%
Gas Vehicle Average 13,323 --
“Eight of the top 10 most-driven gas vehicles are either a minivan or SUV, illustrating the high use rate and do-it-all nature of these people movers,” said Brauer. 

Sports cars and convertibles are the least-driven gas vehicles 

The least-driven gas vehicles present a sharp contrast to the family-oriented models at the top of the mileage rankings. The Ford Mustang averages only 2,092 miles annually, 84.3% below the gas-vehicle average and almost exactly one-tenth the mileage of the top-ranked Chrysler Pacifica. 

Sports cars and convertibles occupy nearly every position, including the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, Porsche 911, Chevrolet Corvette, and Mazda MX-5 Miata. Their low annual mileage suggests these models are frequently used as recreational, seasonal, or secondary vehicles rather than everyday transportation.

Top 10 Least-Driven Gas Vehicles - iSeeCars Study
Rank Model Avg. Miles Driven Per Year % Compared to Average
1 Ford Mustang 2,092 -84.3%
2 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 3,176 -76.2%
3 Porsche 911 (Coupe + Convertible) 3,850 -71.1%
4 Chevrolet Corvette (Coupe + Convertible) 4,394 -67.0%
5 Lexus LC 500 (Convertible) 4,404 -66.9%
6 Mazda MX-5 Miata/Miata RF 5,945 -55.4%
7 BMW Z4 6,533 -51.0%
8 Mercedes-Benz G-Class 6,674 -49.9%
9 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Convertible) 7,104 -46.7%
10 Audi S5 (Convertible) 7,212 -45.9%
Gas Vehicle Average 13,323 --
“The average annual miles of models like the Ford Mustang, Mercedes-Benz SL and Porsche 911 validates their image as recreational cars used for weekend or seasonal purposes,” said Brauer.

Two Teslas stand apart from other EVs 

EVs average fewer annual miles than gas vehicles, but the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are important exceptions. The Model 3 leads all EVs at 13,759 miles per year, while the Model Y follows at 13,538 miles. Both exceed the overall gas-vehicle average of 13,323 miles, making Tesla the only EV brand with models that clear that benchmark. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the only other EV clearly above the EV average, while the Kia Niro EV is driven essentially the same number of miles as the average electric vehicle.
Top 10 Most-Driven EVs - iSeeCars Study
Rank Model Avg. Miles Driven Per Year % Compared to Average
1 Tesla Model 3 13,759 15.8%
2 Tesla Model Y 13,538 14.0%
3 Hyundai Ioniq 5 12,271 3.3%
4 Kia Niro EV 11,879 0.0%
5 Kia EV6 11,781 -0.8%
6 Tesla Model X 11,656 -1.9%
7 Hyundai Kona Electric 10,955 -7.8%
8 Ford Mustang Mach-E 10,914 -8.1%
9 Chevrolet Bolt EUV 10,783 -9.2%
10 Nissan LEAF 10,616 -10.6%
EV Average 11,880 --
“Tesla dominates not only electric vehicle market share in the U.S. but electric vehicle use, with its customers driving the Model 3 and Y even further than the average gasoline vehicle,” said Brauer.

Luxury and performance EVs are driven the least 

The least-driven EVs are heavily concentrated among luxury and performance models. The Audi RS e-tron GT ranks first at 6,461 miles per year, 45.6% below the EV average, followed by the Lucid Air at 6,877 miles. 

The Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT also appear in the bottom six, mirroring the limited use seen among gasoline-powered sports and luxury cars. This pattern suggests that an EV's market position and intended purpose may play a major role in how much it is driven.

Top 10 Least-Driven EVs - iSeeCars Study
Rank Model Avg. Miles Driven Per Year % Compared to Average
1 Audi RS e-tron GT 6,461 -45.6%
2 Lucid Air 6,877 -42.1%
3 Mazda MX-30 EV 7,198 -39.4%
4 Porsche Taycan (Sedan + Wagon) 7,689 -35.3%
5 MINI Hardtop 2 Door 7,695 -35.2%
6 Audi e-tron GT 7,992 -32.7%
7 Mercedes-Benz EQB (SUV) 8,051 -32.2%
8 Mercedes-Benz EQS (Sedan) 8,271 -30.4%
9 Rivian R1S 8,485 -28.6%
10 Audi Q4 e-tron 8,567 -27.9%
EV Average 11,880 --
“Many of the least-driven electric vehicles offer the longest range and fastest charging speeds, but those factors apparently aren’t bolstering their use,” said Brauer.

Toyota leads the most-driven hybrids 

Toyota accounts for five of the 10 most-driven conventional hybrids, including all three of the top positions. The Toyota Sienna ranks first at 17,368 miles per year, 18.2% above the hybrid average, followed by the Highlander Hybrid and Camry Hybrid. 

The list is dominated by practical sedans, crossovers, and family vehicles designed for frequent daily use. Their high mileage helps explain why conventional hybrids have the highest average annual mileage of any drivetrain category.

Top 10 Most-Driven Conventional Hybrids - iSeeCars Study
Rank Model Avg. Miles Driven Per Year % Compared to Average
1 Toyota Sienna 17,368 18.2%
2 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 16,795 14.3%
3 Toyota Camry Hybrid 16,605 13.0%
4 Honda Insight 16,247 10.5%
5 Toyota Corolla Hybrid 16,051 9.2%
6 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid 15,961 8.6%
7 Ford Escape Hybrid 15,748 7.2%
8 Kia Sorento Hybrid 15,365 4.5%
9 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 15,352 4.5%
10 Toyota Prius 15,088 2.7%
Conventional Hybrid Average 14,696 --
“Hybrid market share has grown substantially over the past decade, and their high use rate suggests hybrids will remain a major part of the market over the next decade,” said Brauer.

Lexus models are the least-driven conventional hybrids 

Although hybrids lead all drivetrains in average annual mileage, not every hybrid covers a lot of miles. Lexus occupies the four lowest positions, led by the NX 350h at 10,312 miles per year, 29.8% below the conventional hybrid average. The Lexus UX 250h, RX 450h/450hL, and ES 300h follow, creating a clear distinction between the high-mileage mainstream Toyota hybrids and their lower-mileage luxury counterparts. This divide suggests that premium hybrid models may be used differently, or less frequently, than hybrids purchased primarily for economical daily transportation.
Top 10 Least-Driven Conventional Hybrids - iSeeCars Study
Rank Model Avg. Miles Driven Per Year % Compared to Average
1 Lexus NX 350h 10,312 -29.8%
2 Lexus UX 250h 10,651 -27.5%
3 Lexus RX 450h/450hL 11,459 -22.0%
4 Lexus ES 300h 12,323 -16.1%
5 Ford Explorer Hybrid 12,797 -12.9%
6 Honda CR-V Hybrid 12,869 -12.4%
7 Toyota Tundra 12,979 -11.7%
8 Toyota Venza 13,100 -10.9%
9 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid 13,717 -6.7%
10 Ford Maverick 14,060 -4.3%
Conventional Hybrid Average 14,696 --
“Luxury hybrids appear to serve a different use case than mainstream hybrids, with buyers driving them substantially fewer miles per year,” said Brauer. 

Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is the most-driven plug-in hybrid 

Plug-in hybrids have the lowest overall annual mileage of the four drivetrain categories, but several family-oriented models substantially outperform that average. The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid leads at 18,985 miles per year, 62.8% above the plug-in hybrid average and more than 2,100 miles ahead of the second-ranked Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. 

Crossovers and family vehicles dominate the rest of the top 10, including the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid, Toyota RAV4 Prime, and Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid. The results again show that practical utility can outweigh broader drivetrain trends when determining how much a vehicle is driven.

Top 10 Most-Driven Plug-In Hybrids - iSeeCars Study
Rank Model Avg. Miles Driven Per Year % Compared to Average
1 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid 18,985 62.8%
2 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 16,878 44.8%
3 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid 14,246 22.2%
4 Toyota RAV4 Prime 13,255 13.7%
5 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid 13,051 11.9%
6 Lincoln Aviator 13,044 11.9%
7 Toyota Prius Prime 12,999 11.5%
8 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 12,866 10.3%
9 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid 12,630 8.3%
10 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid 12,544 7.6%
Plug-In Hybrid Average 11,660 –
“Plug-in hybrids have a limited all-electric range, but when that’s combined with high-utility vehicles like minivans and SUVs, they can still cover more miles than the average gasoline model,” said Brauer.

Jeep Grand Cherokee is the least-driven plug-in hybrid 

The least-driven plug-in hybrids include a mix of luxury vehicles and lifestyle-oriented SUVs. The Jeep Grand Cherokee ranks first at 8,435 miles annually, 27.7% below the category average, followed by the Porsche Panamera and Porsche Cayenne. 

Premium models from Lincoln, Audi, BMW, Lexus, and Volvo also appear in the bottom 10. The divide between these vehicles and the high-mileage Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid suggests that plug-in hybrid usage depends heavily on whether a vehicle serves as primary family transportation or fills a more specialized role.

Top 10 Least-Driven Plug-In Hybrids - iSeeCars Study
Rank Model Avg. Miles Driven Per Year % Compared to Average
1 Jeep Grand Cherokee 8,435 -27.7%
2 Porsche Panamera 8,913 -23.6%
3 Porsche Cayenne 9,091 -22.0%
4 Lincoln Corsair 9,608 -17.6%
5 Audi Q5 10,229 -12.3%
6 BMW 5 Series 10,236 -12.2%
7 BMW 3 Series 10,313 -11.6%
8 Lexus NX 450h+ 10,417 -10.7%
9 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 10,616 -9.0%
10 Volvo S60 Recharge 10,738 -7.9%
Plug-In Hybrid Average 11,660 --
“Premium and luxury plug-in hybrids are driven far less than their volume-brand counterparts, even in if they are utility vehicles offering the same wide spectrum of use cases,” said Brauer.

The most-driven vehicles are built for daily use 

The most-driven vehicles share a common trait: they are practical models designed to handle the daily demands of families, commuters, and high-mileage drivers. Minivans lead the gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid categories, while mainstream sedans and SUVs are also driven more than average. 

At the other end of the spectrum, sports cars, convertibles, premium vehicles, and expensive performance models are consistently driven less, regardless of drivetrain. Even as electrified options expand across more vehicle types, how owners use a vehicle appears to matter as much as drivetrain technology in determining how far a model is driven. 

Methodology

iSeeCars analyzed the odometer readings from over 2.1 million 3-year-old used cars sold in 2025. The average miles driven per year were calculated for each model as well as drivetrain, and further used to rank them. Low-volume models were excluded from the analysis.

About iSeeCars.com

iSeeCars.com is a data-driven car search and research company that helps shoppers find the best car deals by providing key insights and valuable resources, including the iSeeCars VIN Check report and Best Cars Rankings. iSeeCars has saved users over $449 million so far by applying big data analytics powered by over 25 billion (and growing) data points and using proprietary algorithms to objectively analyze, score and rank millions of new cars and used cars.